Stephen’s Story

Stephen’s Story

“This is the longest time ever that I have been without drinking.” When Stephen first joined Breakout — Hope Mission’s year-long addiction recovery program for men — it was the beginning of a beautiful story of transformation and hope. “As I’ve been...
Jacinta’s Story

Jacinta’s Story

“I was a person to just accept offers thinking nothing is going to happen to me — but really, on the inside of my body I was crying for help.” At the age of sixteen, Jacinta’s life took a turn as she began experimenting with drugs and alcohol. After getting...
Bonita’s Story

Bonita’s Story

“I CAME TO HOPE MISSION WHEN I WAS DOWN ON MY LUCK… AS FAR DOWN AS I COULD GET.” After Bonita was evicted from her home she didn’t know where to go. In her desperation, she discovered that there was a place that could offer her meals, shelter,...
Mike’s Story

Mike’s Story

Mike worked in the trades as a pipefitter for years.  After experimenting with drugs, he fell into full-blown addiction. His life spiraled out of control: he lost his job, home, his membership in the union and crashed his car. Homeless, he stayed at a friend’s house —...
Rory’s Story

Rory’s Story

“I had absolutely no place to go. i was at the ultimate rock bottom in my life.” After years of growing up with an alcoholic father and grandfather, Rory eventually found himself caught in the same addiction. His drinking continued to spiral out of control...